Strategic Planning and Deterrence Analyst, Senior
About The Position
The Senior Strategic Planning and Deterrence Analyst develops and executes long-term plans aligned with organizational or national objectives, mission, and operational goals. The role conducts scenario-based adversary decision-calculus and course-of-action analysis to support deterrence planning, wargaming, and operational readiness. As part of a strategic plans and policy services support team, the analyst uses internal and external sources to analyze and integrate national-level strategic guidance into Air Force policy and planning for the deterrence mission. The role builds strategic planning frameworks and deterrence analyses that inform discussions and decision-making at the Air Force and Department of War level, supporting Air Force operations worldwide.
Requirements
- 10 or more years of experience supporting national security strategy, campaign planning, force planning, deterrence analysis, or defense policy development.
- Knowledge of defense strategy, strategic guidance documents, and national security priorities.
- Knowledge of participation in major strategic reviews, such as a program budget review, nuclear posture review, joint strategic capabilities plan, and global force management allocation plan.
- Ability to communicate complex solutions and insights clearly to senior leaders through briefings, reports, and presentations.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
- TS/SCI clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree in National Security Studies, International Relations, Strategic Studies, or Political Science.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the USAF, Joint Staff, and STRATCOM.
- Master’s degree in National Security Studies, International Relations, Strategic Studies, or Political Science.
- JPME I or II Certification.
- Security Cooperation Workforce Certification 2.0.
- Completion of strategy courses and advanced campaign planning courses.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute long-term plans aligned with organizational or national objectives, mission, and operational goals.
- Conduct scenario-based adversary decision-calculus and course-of-action analysis to support deterrence planning, wargaming, and operational readiness.
- Analyze and integrate national-level strategic guidance into Air Force policy and planning for the deterrence mission.
- Develop strategic planning frameworks and deterrence analyses to inform Air Force and Department of War discussions and decisions.
- Communicate complex solutions and insights to senior leaders through briefings, reports, and presentations.
Benefits
- Health, life, and disability benefits.
- Financial and retirement benefits.
- Paid leave.
- Professional development.
- Tuition assistance.
- Work-life programs.
- Dependent care.
- Recognition awards for exceptional performance and demonstration of company values.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
